Visitor Center Services Coordinator (Park/Recreation Assistant)

Visitor Center Services Coordinator (Park/Recreation Assistant) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfaxcounty/jobs/newprint/4208069) Apply  Visitor Center Services Coordinator (Park/Recreation Assistant) Salary $45,474.42 - $75,789.79 AnnuallyLocation HERNDON (DF04), VAJob TypeFT Hourly W BNJob Number23-02815DepartmentPark AuthorityOpening Date09/23/2023Closing Date10/6/2023 11:59 PM EasternPay GradeS16Posting TypeOpen to General Public

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Job AnnouncementJoin the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Visitor Center Services Coordinator at Frying Pan Farm Park (FPFP) to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RECenters , eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.FPFP in Herndon, is a park where every day is different. FPFP is a 135-acre park, which includes a 1920s-1950s working farm, equestrian facilities, Visitor Center with museum, rental space, working antique carousel, wagon rides, nature trails, historic buildings, summer camps, educational programs, and school fieldtrips. FPFP welcomes more than 750,000 annual visitors to the park. Works as an integral team member to operations in this resource rich park. Under the supervision of the Historian II, Visitor Center Services Manager: oversees the operations of the Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center. Is responsible for a variety of operations; administration, supervises and directs staff, ensures implementation of center programs and activity schedule including rentals, opening, and closing procedure ensures compliance with applicable codes, procedures and standards; interacts with and resolves customer issues. Completes duties to ensure the facility meets all safety, health, fire, and cleanliness standards.Note: Must be able to work varied shifts and hours including weekends, nights, early mornings, and holidays. Emergency service personnel for weather events, building alarms, and grounds or facility emergencies.Illustrative Duties(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.) General Duties Assists in the administration of the facility operations such as conducting inventory, preparing administrative and financial reports, and assisting in the preparation of the annual operating budget;Assists in the ordering and receiving of supplies;Assists with the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, scheduling, and evaluation of staff and volunteers;Adheres to revenue and expense limits;Ensures staff compliance with operating procedures and safety/security standards;Informs the public of pertinent rules and regulations;Directs residents to private and public resources and programs;Assists in the development and implementation of community outreach plans to targetunderserved populations and to increase overall program participation;Delivers customer service by distributing literature and providing information;Assists as a liaison between County agencies and residents.Operations Assists with providing operational support by supervising the maintenance of assigned facilities.ProgrammingAssists with providing Parks/Recreation programming support bydeveloping and coordinating several specialized programs and special events;Maintains records necessary to the operation and evaluation of programs.Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and/or park management;

Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;

Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and peripheral equipment;

Ability to direct and coordinate the work of subordinate staff and volunteers;

Ability to prepare a variety of administrative reports;

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizen groups, and the public;

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education, plus two years of related experience in a recreation center, recreational park, or golf course operation or two years' experience organizing and coordinating public recreation activities or community affairs, as applicable to the position.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two to three years of managing services or operations of a indoor/outdoor recreational, community center or rental facility with a wide variety of services including events, performances, classes and programs, rental operations, picnic shelters and community gatherings.

Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact in a friendly, service-oriented, and professional manner with internal and external customers.

Must have a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with visitors, residents, and colleagues.

Position requires the candidate to work independently and in a team environment, be efficient and prompt, exercise good judgment, work well under pressure, be highly organized and proactive, and have excellent communication skills.

Demonstrated computer and mobile device proficiency including usage of a point-of-sale system and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Driver's license (required)

CPR/First Aid/ AED (required within 3 months)

Medication Authorization Training (M.A.T) (required within 3 months)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driver record check to the satisfaction of the employer. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures, indoors and outdoors.

Ability to do moderate lifting (Up to 40lbs), walking and hiking on rough unpaved, or off-trail surfaces, during all seasons, uneven terrain, climb stairs.

Visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor, incumbent must be able to operate keyboard driven equipment. hand, eye, and foot coordination.

All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview; may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov . EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-SP1